The flight distance from Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) in Chicago, United States to Rifle Garfield County Airport (RIL) in Rifle, United States is 1,688 kilometers (1,049 miles / 911 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 3h, flying west at a heading of 267°.

This is a medium-haul route that may be operated by either narrow-body or wide-body aircraft depending on demand. Passengers can expect a meal service on most carriers.

This is a domestic route within United States. Both airports operate in the same country, which may simplify travel requirements and documentation. Despite being a domestic route, there is a 1-hour time difference between the two cities.

Time zone information: When it's 16:11 in Chicago, it's 15:11 in Rifle.

There is a significant elevation difference of 4,857 feet between the two airports. Rifle Garfield County Airport sits higher than Chicago O'Hare International Airport. Travelers arriving at the higher-elevation airport should be aware of potential altitude effects.

The return flight from Rifle (RIL) to Chicago (ORD) follows a heading of 74° (east northeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) and Rifle Garfield County Airport (RIL) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.